19 Gorgeous Lip Glosses Allure Editors Are Obsessed With Right Now

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Remember back in 2002 when, at any given moment, you had at least four different tubes of sticky, gloppy, blindingly shiny lip gloss nestled in your Dooney & Bourke bag, right next to your Sidekick phone? That was a tough era to go outside since you'd inevitably wind up with your hair stuck to your lips. But now's the time to forget everything you know about lip gloss — and everything Paris Hilton ever said, for that matter. The new generations of glosses deliver mega-watt shine, tint, and moisture in a whole new (not to mention decidedly less sticky) way, and we're 100 percent here for them. That's not to say we are over some of the original formulas we first fell in love with, like M.A.C.'s legendary Lipglass, which we still believe to be one of the best in the game. Bottom line: We're coming at you with the crème de la crème, both old and new, so that the next time you're in the market for a new lip gloss, you know exactly the one for you.

Yves Saint Laurent Beauté Volupté Liquid Balm

With the high-impact shine of a gloss and the nourishing benefits of a balm (plus dreamy packaging to boot), YSL's new Volupté Liquid Balms are in a league of their own. The groundbreaking formula, which contains vitamin E, coconut water, and shea butter, protects the lips from daily wear and tear, while still managing to look like a gloss fit for a queen.

Lancôme L'Absolu Gloss

A blend of hyaluronic acid and castor oil in Lancôme's new vanilla-scented gloss work in tandem to plump and moisturize lips at the same time (and leaves them feeling extra silky). And with easy-to-wear shades like mauve, baby-pink, and rose, this proves the perfect, go-to gloss for just about any and every occasion.

Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer

All you have to do is watch a few Fenty Beauty tutorials on YouTube to know that you need this next-level gloss in your life. Touted as a universally flattering rose shade with non-sticky shine, lips are left looking plumper, smoother, and more luscious with a single swipe. (It's no wonder that it's quickly become one of the best-selling launches from the whole line.)

Nars Larger Than Life Lip Gloss

The teeny, short-bristled brushes allow for precise application, which is a good thing, since the glosses come in bold shades with surprisingly rich color payoff. They also go on smoothly and last for hours — something that's largely unheard of when it comes to glosses.

Make Up For Ever Artist Plexi-Gloss

First, there's the truly jaw-dropping array of shades (35 different options, including clear, just about every red and pink you can imagine, deep purples, and even black). The bold shades go on completely opaque — yes, you read that correctly — and the unique, spongy brush bends at the center, making it easier to paint on the formula in dainty, makeup-artist-like strokes.

We've been dedicated fans of Smith & Cult nail polish since its launch a few years ago. (The cool packaging! The gleaming, shiny finish!) And the company's lip glosses are just as obsession-worthy — for pretty much those exact same reasons.

Surratt Beauty Lip Lustre

We have a difficult time deciding what we love most about this line of lip glosses: the insanely cool offbeat shades (there's a white one, you guys), the creamy texture, or the staying power. Good thing no one's making us choose.

Right from the beginning, we were huge fans of Maybelline New York Baby Lips Tinted Lip Balm because it delivers a ton of moisture without feeling waxy or thick, and the hues are surprisingly vivid. The newer gloss version is just as good; the fruity gel leaves behind a pretty sheen that makes lips so soft that you can skip your usual lip balm altogether.

Chanel Rouge Coco Gloss Moisturizing Glossimer

Before you gawk at the price, let it be known that the formula of this one feels just as luxurious as it looks in the tube. Moisturizing but not sticky, shiny but not blinding, and infused with skin-loving ingredients like coconut oil and vitamin E, expect to really get a bang for your buck. What's more: It's available in a whopping 35 creamy shades, this "Melted Honey" hue being one of our favorites, both on its own or as a gilded lipstick topper.

Glossier Clear Lip Gloss

Glossier is a brand renowned for its "skin care first" ethos and this ultra-hydrating, glitter-free gloss enriched with a blend of emollients and vitamin E is no exception. Its doe-foot applicator makes it easy to apply on the go — no mirror needed — and its portable, pocket-perfect size doesn't hurt either. Case in point: If you've been on the hunt for a sweet but simple gloss that won't leave you with hair perennially attached to your lips, this one's a solid pick.

Chantecaille Brilliant Lip Gloss

Behold one of the most comfortable lip glosses we've ever had the pleasure of wearing on our lips (and we've tried hundreds). Being an Allure 2017 Best of Beauty winner, this luscious lip shine checks all the boxes, proving both ultra-glossy, nourishing, and non-gloopy all at the same time. Available in both opaque and shimmer shades, like bold fuchsia, glimmering gold, and classic peachy-pink, there's a color option for everyone.

Milk Makeup Lip Vinyl

With Milk Makeup's Lip Vinyl, which acts as a lipstick-gloss hybrid, you get the opaque look of your favorite long-wearing lipstick, but with the high-shine finish of a gloss. Infused with moisturizing jojoba seed and coconut oils, as well as açai fruit extract, this pigment-packed shine-giver was made to be worn all day long.

ColourPop Ultra Glossy Lip

With the comfortable feel and longevity of a high-end gloss, this wallet-friendly option is one we're constantly recommending to friends and family who aren't looking to splurge. Ringing in at $6, this is easily one of the most impressive affordable options on the market. And, if you still have any doubts, just check out the myriad rave reviews on YouTube for further proof.

Kevyn Aucoin Molten Liquid Lipstick

This high-performance gloss comes in three equally mesmerizing finishes — high-shine, metallic, and shimmer — because obviously, the brand knows us lip lovers need options. Boasting the opaque pigment of liquid lipstick but with the moisture-rich formula of a gloss, you get the best of both lip products in one sleek, shimmer-packed tube. Use on its own for a full-blown effect, or a tiny amount in the center over your favorite lipstick for just a hint-o'-shine.

M.A.C. Lipglass

If you've yet to be formally introduced to M.A.C.'s original best-selling Lipglass, allow us to do the honors. The fan-favorite formula can be found in just about every pro makeup artist's kit, and whether you use a little or a lot, lips are left with a wet, glass-like sheen (hence the name) that won't go unnoticed. Blend with pigments to create your own custom color, or wear alone to amp your natural lips.

Too Faced Magic Crystal Lip Topper

Too Faced's hotly anticipated Life's a Festival Collection is finally here, and these holographic glosses have us completely hooked. (And believe it or not, it's not just because of the otherworldly packaging.) Take your natural lip color to new heights or spice up your favorite lipstick color with any one of the four prismatic shades, which shift color in the light. Coachella is right around the corner, so now would be a fabulous time to stock up.

Bite Beauty Prismatic Pearl Crème Lip Gloss

Inspired by the multi-dimensional shades found in rare black pearls, these high-shine, shimmer-packed glosses deliver a luminous finish with hydration that lasts for hours. What's more: Enriched with skin-softening shea butter, lips are left feeling just as lovely as they look.

Buxom Full-On Lip Polish

As the name suggests, this gloss delivers a full-cover finish that leaves lips lustrous, smooth, and refreshingly tingly, thanks to its "plumping" ingredients like vitamins A and E Available in three finishes and countless shades (87 to be exact), there's something for everyone in Buxom's impressive selection.